Ampasimena Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Ampasimena, Madagascar, has a stable climate with little temperature variation across the year. Average daytime temperatures hover around 29°C (84°F), peaking in April at 30°C (86°F) and dipping in August to 27°C (81°F).
With around 1724 mm (68 in) of annual rainfall, Ampasimena has a notably wet climate. However, this rainfall is not evenly distributed — the city has distinct dry (June to August) and wet (December to March) seasons. The wettest month is January. Sunshine peaks in August, when the city sees around 9.5 hours of sunshine per day.
Monthly Temperature in Ampasimena
With minimal seasonal shifts, Ampasimena experiences a constant climate year-round. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 30°C (86°F) in April. In August, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a comfortable 27°C (81°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 26°C (79°F) in April to 23°C (73°F) in August.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Ampasimena
Ampasimena has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1724 mm (68 in) of rainfall per year. Ampasimena can be quite wet during January, receiving approximately 403 mm (16 in) of precipitation over 24 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (July), you will experience much drier conditions, with 29 mm (1.1 in) of precipitation spread across 6 rainy days days. For more details, please visit our Ampasimena Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Ampasimena
Ampasimena can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of August under a blue sky, with approximately 9.5 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in February, with only 5.7 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Humidity in Ampasimena by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Ampasimena.
The city experiences its highest humidity in February, reaching 88%. In October, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 66%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Ampasimena
The average wind speed over the year ranges from () to 1 m/s (2 knots). It is lower in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, November and December and higher in October. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Ampasimena 3-Day Forecast
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Best Time to Visit Ampasimena
With its warm weather, Ampasimena experiences temperatures from 27°C (81°F) to 30°C (86°F) throughout the year. May, June, July, August, September and October offers the driest weather, which makes it a good time to visit.It's smart to plan your activities during the cooler morning hours or take advantage of the refreshing evenings.
Note that January, February, March and December make up the rainy season, with heavier precipitation expected. Planning your next adventure but unsure where to go? Our climate tool suggests perfect locations tailored to your preferred weather conditions. Discover your ideal travel destination with our weather planner.
